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Ovaltine
Ovaltine by Wander AG provides 376 kcal per 100 g, with 58 g of sugars and 5 g of protein. That is 28% more sugar than the average product in this category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Instant chocolate powders category and comes in a 300 g pack. Contains: gluten, milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 20 g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 376 kcal | 75 kcal | 299 +26% | |
| Total fat | 5.5 g | 1.1 g | 1% | 5.5 |
| Saturated fat | 4.6 g | 0.9 g | 5% | 3.2 +43% |
| Carbohydrates | 75 g | 15 g | 5% | 53.1 +41% |
| Total sugars | 58 g | 11.6 g | 45.5 +28% | |
| Added sugars | 25.1 g | 5 g | 10% | 45.8 −45% |
| Protein | 5 g | 1 g | 2% | 6.9 −28% |
| Salt | 1.5 g | 0.3 g | 0.3 +353% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 678 Instant chocolate powders products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other instant chocolate powders
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
MILK permeate powder, BARLEY malt extract (22 %), condensed MILK permeate, sugar, glucose syrup, fat-reduced cocoa powder (7.5 %), vegetable oils (coconut, rapeseed), minerals (calcium carbonate, magnesium carbonate, ferric pyrophosphate, zinc sulphate), skimmed MILK powder, salt, thickener (E415), stabilisers (E340, E452), vitamins (A, E, C, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, B6, folic acid, B12, biotin, pantothenic acid, MILK proteins, sweetener (acesulfame K), emulsifiers (E471, E472), anti-caking agent (E551), flavouring: vanillin. For allergens, see ingredients in BOLD.
- Allergens
- GlutenMilk
Additives 7
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 300 g
- Serving size
- 20 g
- Labels & certifications
- Sustainable farmingUTZ CertifiedUTZ Certified Cocoa
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 7612100015575
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Ovaltine?
Ovaltine contains 376 kcal per 100 g and about 75 kcal per serving (20 g).
How much sugar is in Ovaltine?
Ovaltine has 58 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Ovaltine healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Ovaltine vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Ovaltine contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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